Human Resource Generalist at Sygnia Asset Management

• The Human Resource Generalist will provide comprehensive HR and payroll support across the full employee lifecycle. The role requires a strong payroll foundation, advanced reporting capability, and hands-on experience within the financial services environment. The successful candidate will be adaptable, resilient, and eager to gain exposure across all facets of Human Resources while thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced, and growth-oriented organisation such as Sygnia. The role is office based in Cape Town, with working in office Monday – Friday.

The duties and responsibilities of this position include (but are not limited to):

Payroll Administration

• End-to-end payroll administration using Sage 300
• Ensure payroll accuracy, integrity, and timely processing
• Manage payroll inputs including new hires, terminations, maternity leave, salary changes, bonuses, and deductions

HR Generalist Functions

• Provide day-to-day HR administration and coordination across the employee lifecycle
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems
• Manage leave administration and ensure system accuracy
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes
• Administer employee benefits (medical aid, retirement funds, risk benefits, etc.)
• Perform HR system updates and data maintenance
• Prepare and deliver HR, payroll, and headcount reports
• Workforce analytics and monthly HR reporting
• Produce ad hoc reports using advanced Excel
• Support audits and internal/external data requests
• Support BBBEE administration and reporting
• Maintain accurate employee data for BBBEE compliance
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support regulatory requirements
• Participate in HR projects and process improvement initiatives
• Provide ad hoc HR and payroll support as required to the team
• Gain exposure to all facets of HR, including employee relations, compliance, reporting, and systems

Qualifications and Experience:

• Undergraduate degree in Human Resources or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in HR and payroll administration
• Experience within the financial services industry (non-negotiable)
• Proven BBBEE administration experience
• Expert-level Sage 300 payroll experience
• Expert Microsoft Office proficiency
• Advanced Excel skills, including:
• Pivot Tables
• XLOOKUP / VLOOKUP
• Formulas and data analysis
• Strong HR and payroll reporting capability
• Post graduate qualifications are advantageous

Core Competencies Required:

• Highly attentive to detail and accuracy-driven
• Adaptable, agile, and resilient in a fast-changing environment
• Open to learning with a strong desire to gain exposure across all areas of HR
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• High levels of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively